Uveal melanoma is a common intraocular tumor that can lead to severe consequences if left untreated. During brachytherapy, patients must remain in strict isolation, which can result in feelings of loneliness, powerlessness, stress, and boredom.
The ARUDIPA project aims to provide patients in this challenging situation with a self-determined, individualized entertainment offer. By using lightweight Augmented Reality (AR) video glasses in a sunglasses format, we aim to enable patients to withdraw from the hospital environment and improve their subjective well-being.
In contrast to conventional VR headsets, AR video glasses offer an open design and lower physical presence, which can strengthen patients’ sense of security and reduce reservations about complete isolation. Through intuitive control via smartphone, patients can easily access their favorite content and take a break from the hospital routine.
In the first step, we will investigate the feasibility of integrating such an offer into the clinical routine.
By combining XR technology and individualized entertainment, we want to contribute to improving the subjective well-being and reducing emotional distress of patients in the ophthalmology clinic.
Partners
- Social Services
- Tobias Kreitz
- Clinic for Ophthalmology
- Stefan Kreis
- Dr. Andreas Foerster
- Center for Virtual and Extended Reality in Medicine (ZvRM)
- Dr. Stefan Liszio
- Dr. Oliver Basu
- Dr. Bastian Dewitz
- Nursing Management / Development and Research in Nursing
- Bernadette Hosters
Contact
virtuelle.realitaet@ume.de
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